“I spoke to both players, and they’re fully aware of what has happened”

Brendan Rodgers

"I think both young players are aware of their responsibilities. All you can do is continually educate them."

Rodgers was disappointed with actions of his players but believes the Reds stars, in particular Sterling, didn't do anything illegal.

He added: "I think it's perspective as well. You look at Raheem and he didn't do anything illegal.

"It was something that was he will look back on years to come and it was not the wisest thing to do, but to me it's more about the welfare of the two young players and making them aware of the health issues which come with that and also the professionalism.

"They will make mistakes, whether it's those two or other young players. But in the main, young players are good people. They are good guys who do a lot of things which go unnoticed. Sometimes they do things and get caught out, but that's just youth."